Slot machines pay off on schedules that are determined by the random number generator that controls the play of the machine. For example, on average, the machine might pay off every 100 pulls, but sometimes two pulls are required and sometimes several hundred pulls are required. Slot machines are a real-world example of which type of reinforcement schedule?
A) variable-interval
B) fixed-interval
C) fixed-ratio
D) variable-ratio
D) variable-ratio
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A) collaborative inhibition. B) social loafing. C) group think. D) collective amnesia.
Mowrer suggests that _____ stimuli generate _____ that in turn lead to approach or withdrawal behavior in the situation
a. affective; perceptions b. perceptual; affective impulses c. informational; emotions d. emotional; motivational impulses
A professional counselor has developed a survey and, before distributing it to an entire agency, wants to ensure the survey has no major problems. Administering the survey to 15 individuals first in an example of what type of research?
a. quantitative b. qualitative c. cross-sectional d. pilot